The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$39
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$108
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 18 m
Trains on Sep 18
5
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
It's difficult to get from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICE 1697 · 896858:05 AM3h16Heidelberg Hbf11:21 AMNuremberg Hbf$391One-way1 transfer
ICE 117 · IC 20679:13 AM3h05Heidelberg Hbf12:18 PMNuremberg Hbf$551One-way1 transfer
ICE 1096 · ICE 5298:46 AM3h12Heidelberg Hbf11:58 AMNuremberg Hbf$1001One-way1 transfer
15310 · ICE 6219:26 AM3h32Heidelberg Hbf12:58 PMNuremberg Hbf$1731One-way1 transfer
S2 · ICE 772 · ICE 6219:33 AM3h25Heidelberg Hbf12:58 PMNuremberg Hbf$1731One-way2 transfers
ICE 117 · IC 20679:13 AM3h05Heidelberg Hbf12:18 PMNuremberg Hbf$551One-way1 transfer
ICE 1096 · ICE 5298:46 AM3h12Heidelberg Hbf11:58 AMNuremberg Hbf$1001One-way1 transfer
ICE 1697 · 896858:05 AM3h16Heidelberg Hbf11:21 AMNuremberg Hbf$391One-way1 transfer
S2 · ICE 772 · ICE 6219:33 AM3h25Heidelberg Hbf12:58 PMNuremberg Hbf$1731One-way2 transfers
15310 · ICE 6219:26 AM3h32Heidelberg Hbf12:58 PMNuremberg Hbf$1731One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a flight costs an average of $152.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $152 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf:
A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf costing on average $58 (€48).
A bus is $130 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf costing on average $152 (€125).
Other travel options to Nuremberg Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Train takes on average 3h 7m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€48) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-18.06 (€-14.79). The journey takes 3h 7m versus 2h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 618 · ICE 827 | On time 3:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h15 | 6:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15300 · ICE 521+ 24501 | 4:21 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h35 | 7:56 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S1 · 19052 · ICE 781 | On time 4:42 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h43 | 8:25 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 561 · ICE 1162 | 5:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h14 | 8:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 776 · ICE 523 | On time 5:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h10 | 8:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1098 · ICE 525 | On time 6:46 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h12 | 9:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
19204 · ICE 1091 · IC 2065 | On time 6:50 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h28 | 10:18 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S1 · 19058 · ICE 783 | On time 6:55 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h30 | 10:25 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S1 · ICE 694 · ICE 23 | 7:03 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h27 | 10:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
15306 · ICE 527 | On time 7:25 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h33 | 10:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 774 · ICE 527 | On time 7:34 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h24 | 10:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1697 · 89685 | On time 8:05 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h16 | 11:21 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1096 · ICE 529 | On time 8:46 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h12 | 11:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 117 · IC 2067 | Delayed 9:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h05 | 10:30 AM 10:30 AMNuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15310 · ICE 621 | On time 9:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h32 | 12:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 772 · ICE 621 | On time 9:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h25 | 12:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2348 · 88617 | On time 9:36 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h44 | 1:20 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S1 · 19064 · ICE 585 | On time 9:55 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h31 | 1:26 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2090 · ICE 623 | On time 10:46 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h12 | 1:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1093 · IC 2069 | Delayed 11:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h05 | 12:30 PM 12:30 PMNuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15314 · ICE 625 | On time 11:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h32 | 2:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 770 · ICE 625 | On time 11:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h25 | 2:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 217 · 88619 | 12:06 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h14 | 3:20 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1094 · ICE 627 | On time 12:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h12 | 3:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 211 · IC 2161 | Delayed 1:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h03 | 2:30 PM 2:30 PMNuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15318 · ICE 629 | On time 1:26 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h32 | 4:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 578 · ICE 629 | On time 1:34 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h24 | 4:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S1 · 19072 · ICE 589 | On time 1:55 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h30 | 5:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf
Trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 07:55. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 7:55 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Heidelberg Hbf and Nuremberg Hbf from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nuremberg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf
Most Heidelberg Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg Hbf and Nuremberg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Heidelberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Nürnberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
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